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BIO 100 Introductory Biology (3)

Introduction to biology, the science of life. Includes origin and nature of life, from simplest single-celled forms to complex plants and animals and human beings. Appreciation of diversity and unity in living world by studying form and organization of the bacteria and other cells to specialization of structures in human body. Offered online only.

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BIO 105 Essentials of Biology (3)

Corequisites: Recommended (not required) BIO 106

Examines fundamental principles of biology. Includes organization of living things, scientific method, cell and molecular biology, genetics, ecology, evolution, and relationship between biology and society. Suitable for non-science majors.

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BIO 106 Essentials of Biology Laboratory (1)

Corequisites: BIO 105

Emphasis on use of methodologies typical of biological studies. Compliments topics covered in BIO 105. Suitable for non-science majors.

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BIO 110 Human Biology (3)

Survey of human body structure and function for non-science major. Study of all organ systems of the body along with current topics in human biology.

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BIO 113 Human Biology Laboratory (1)

Corequisites: BIO 110

Use of models, specimens, and investigative activities intended to enhance study of human organism.

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BIO 120 Introduction to Ecology (3)

Explores structure and function of ecosystems. Study of general ecological principles in context of current problems in world's ecosystems. Course includes field trips to off-campus locations. Hybrid course. (For non-science majors.)

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BIO 121 Introduction to Ecology Laboratory (1)

Corequisites: BIO 120

Ecological investigations in field and laboratory settings and procedures similar to those used by ecologists to study the natural world. Investigations will complement topics covered in BIO 120. Course includes field trips to off campus locations. Requires concurrent enrollment in BIO 120.

BIO 150 General Biology I (5)

Prerequisites: MAT 121, One year of high school biology or equivalent with a C or better; One year of high school chemistry or equivalent with a grade of C or better.

Basic principles of plant and animal biology, including cell biology, biochemistry, energetics, genetics, evolution, and ecology. Appreciation of scientific method in general and biological methodology. Lab component will emphasize the use of methodologies typical of biological studies. For science majors.

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BIO 151 General Biology II (5)

Prerequisites: BIO 150 with a grade of C or better

Continuation of General Biology I. Emphasis on botany, zoology, animal systems, behavior, taxonomy. Lab component will feature laboratory and field activities that complement studies in lecture. For science majors.

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BIO 160 General Botany (4)

Prerequisites: BIO 150

Introduction to diversity of plant kingdom. Topics include plant cell structure, physiology of plant cell, study of major groups of plants and their life cycles, and study of various biomes. Includes laboratory component. Spring only.

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BIO 170/AGS 170 Plant Science (3)

Prerequisites: High School biology or equivalent and High School Chemistry or equivalent with a grade of C or better within the last 5 years.

An introduction to plant science and plant physiology spanning the areas of food, ornamental crops and sustainable agriculture.

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BIO 171/AGS 171 Plant Science Lab (1)

Prerequisites: High School biology or equivalent and High School Chemistry or equivalent with a grade of C or better within the last 5 years.

Corequisites: AGS 170 or BIO 170

Introduction to plant science and plant physiology spanning the areas of food, ornamental crops and sustainable agriculture. Provides opportunities for laboratory application of concepts of plant science using basic research and production practices in plant science.

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BIO 180/AGS 180 Animal Science (4)

Prerequisites: High School Biology or equivalent and High School Chemistry or equivalent with a grade of C or better within the last 5 years.

BIO 242 Anatomy and Physiology Supplement (1)

Corequisites: BIO 250A(240) and 250B(243)

Supplement and reinforcement of concepts presented in BIO 250A and 250B. Strongly recommended for students who have failed or received a "W" in BIO 250A or its equivalent; recommended for all students in BIO 250A.

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BIO 246 Microbiology (4)

Prerequisites: High-school biology or equivalent and high-school chemistry or equivalent with a grade of a "C" or better within the last five years.

BIO 250B Anatomy and Physiology Laboratory I (0)

Activities to enhance study of topics covered in the lecture section (BIO 250A). Use of models, charts, and both microscopic and gross specimens to illustrate various systems.

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BIO 250A Anatomy and Physiology I (4 (3))

Prerequisites: High school biology or its equivalent within the last five years with a grade of C or better and CHM 099 or CHM 101/103 or CHM 106 or its equivalent with a grade of a "C: or better within the last five years.

BIO 265 Pathophysiology (3)

Study of mechanisms of disease conditions. Working from foundation of normal function, exploration of what can go wrong and how. Emphasis on conditions most commonly encountered by today's health professionals. Combination of lecture, discussion, and seminar.

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BIO 270 Kinesiology (3)

Prerequisites: BIO 250A(240)/250B(243) with a grade of C or better, and taken within the last 5 years.

Study of movement of the human body. Emphasis on elements of skeletomuscular system and how they produce movements. Examines role of nervous coordination of body movement. Combination of lecture and lab. Fall

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BIO 280 Nutrition Pathways (3)

Prerequisites: BIO 250A(240)/250B(243) with a grade of C or better, BIO 251A(241)/251B(244) can be taken as a prerequisite or corequisite

Scientific study of the essential nutrients and their function in the body. Recommended nutrient intakes, diet assessments and planning, relationships between diet and health will also be covered.

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BIO 291 Natural History Field Studies (1-4 hrs)

Prerequisites: 100 level biology course in the last five years or permission of instructor.

Field course covering topics in the natural history of a specific region of the world. Supervised on-site field studies and coursework in an individual learning agreement. Lectures, directed readings, writing, and other creative projects, or online/distance coursework. Approved academic study tour, study abroad, or field experience required.

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BIO 295 Topics in Biology (1-4 hrs)

Corequisites: BIO 297

Topics in biology presented as complete course. May be repeated for credit if the same topic is not repeated. (May require permission of the instructor)